Overview
The Graphic Arts and Design program at Keiser University, Vietnam delivers an optimal synergy between creative artistic vision and cutting-edge visual technology. Designed as an intensive, career-focused degree, students acquire the expertise required to transform innovative ideas into influential digital media products for a global market.
WHY CHOOSE GRAPHIC ARTS AND DESIGN AT KEISER UNIVERSITY, VIETNAM?
- 20-Month US Associate Degree: Earn an Associate of Science in Graphic Arts and Design (60 Credits) accredited by SACSCOC — enabling graduates to enter the global workforce 2 years faster.
- Strategic Partnership with VIRTUOS: Exclusive internship pathways and priority recruitment directly into leading global game and art studios.
- Versatile Designer Skillset: Master 2D Animation, Motion Graphics, Video Editing, Frontend Web Design (HTML/CSS), and Digital Photography.
- 100% Career-Ready: Graduate with an international-standard Graphic Arts and Design Portfolio and a professional personal website/blog.
Program Details
CURRICULUM & CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Strategic MOU Partnership: Keiser University, Vietnam & VIRTUOS Studio
Virtuos is one of the world’s leading game production and 3D art providers. Through this MOU partnership, Graphic Arts and Design students at Keiser University, Vietnam gain hands-on production training, attend expert Masterclasses, receive priority internships, and secure direct job opportunities on global AAA game projects.
The US-standard curriculum includes 36.0 major credits and 24.0 general education credits, fully aligned with Keiser University standards:
Major Courses (36.0 Credits)
General Education Courses (24.0 Credits)
Behavioral / Social Science 3.0 Cr
Elective options: AMH1010, AMH1020, IDS1107, POS1041, PSY1012, SYG1000
Communication Skills 3.0 Cr
Required course: SPC1010 Speech
Computers / Digital Literacy 3.0 Cr
Elective options: CGS1000C, CGS1003C
English / Composition 3.0 Cr
Elective options: ENC1101, ENC2102
Humanities / Fine Arts 3.0 Cr
Elective options: AML1000, ENL1000, CWL1000
Mathematics 3.0 Cr
Required course: MAT1033 Intermediate Algebra
Natural Science 6.0 Cr
Elective options: BSC1005, BSC1005L, BSC1006, BSC1006L, BSC1050, CHM1045, CHM1045L, CHM1046, CHM1046L
Graduation Requirements
To graduate with an Associate of Science degree in Graphic Arts and Design, students must construct and complete a comprehensive digital and print Portfolio representing major coursework throughout the program, while maintaining a personal professional blog updated weekly.
Upon completing the 20-month program, Graphic Arts and Design graduates possess the practical technical expertise and creative confidence to step into various industry roles:
- Visual Designer / Graphic Designer at creative agencies and corporate marketing departments
- 2D Concept Artist & Game Artist (at Virtuos and leading global studios)
- Motion Graphics Artist & Video Editor (Shorts, TikTok, Reels, Commercials)
- UI/UX & Web Designer (Designers equipped with HTML/CSS frontend capabilities)
- Social Media Content Creator & Digital Photographer
- Independent Freelance Designer serving international clients
- Mastery of the Adobe Creative Cloud suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects) tailored for Graphic Arts and Design projects.
- Effective communication and presentation skills to present and defend creative concepts to clients and decision-makers.
- A complete professional Graphic Arts and Design Portfolio and a active personal blog documenting weekly technical growth.
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